We're high on confidence, says coach Lehmann

The upbeat Punjab team get set to take on Rajasthan following a superb win against the star-studded Bangalore team. The terrific effort of David Miller, who smashed an unbeaten ton, helped Punjab pull off an incredible chase against the Virat Kohli led side and coach Darren Lehmann said Miller's awe-inspiring performance has given the team a lot of confidence.

Speaking at the pre-match conference, Lehmann said their "outstanding win" against Bangalore has lifted the hopes in the camp while mentioning that they will be up against an in form Rajasthan side.

"The last one was an outstanding win against a quality side and we're high on confidence after that. Now again we're up against a side that has been in very good form. But it's nice to be at home considering all teams' home domination. We now have only one away game and the rest of them are at home. So, it's time to make hay while the sun shines."

Miller has been in red-hot form in the matches he has played so far and Lehmann pointed out that it would not be a bad idea to promote the South African, who has batted at number five for most of the games.

"He can bat anywhere. It is just the way things have shaped up at the moment that he's batting at five. He batted at four when we chased down 185 against Pune. It depends on the bowling attack and the match situation. But he can bat anywhere and still score runs."

Punjab have given the youngsters in the squad a lot of opportunities, including the 23-year-old Miller, who has made good use it. Lehmann said the team's policy is to promote the youth and give them as many chances as possible.

"We like to promote youth and give them the chance. I think we have done that very well this year. Hopefully that stands us in good stead moving forward. You come here and become better experienced players as the year passes," he said.

While they came from behind to clinch a incredible win against Bangalore, Punjab have fallen short in some of the other games, failing to seize the moment in crunch situations, said Lehmann.

"We've probably played well 80 per cent of the times in most games but have missed out because we have failed to seize the big moments. We've missed a catch here and there, or not taken our chances with the bat or ball. We haven't been able to trust our plans right in those games, in crunch situations. However, I thought we did that really well the other night - against Bangalore. In the remaining games starting Thursday, we really need to make sure we get that 20 per cent right too."

Rajasthan have had a good run so far in the tournament with skipper Rahul Dravid leading the way. Lehmann, while praising the Rajasthan outfit, said it was important for his team to get on top right at the start, be it with the bat or the ball.

"I think they're a pretty good team unit. They've had a similar side for a while now and Rahul (Dravid) has done a pretty good job with the young team. In T20 what matters most is how to start the game and get on the top. So, whether we bat or bowl first, we'll have to begin well," he said.